Working Title - Cattle Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE)
Department - USMARC-0937
Requisition Number - S_260672
Posting Open Date - 08/19/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) - 08/28/2026
Open Until Filled - Yes
Description of Work - The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) is a 34,000-acre facility located near Clay Center, NE. The work performed at USMARC supports research that is focused on solving high priority problems for the U.S. beef cattle, sheep, and swine industries. As a Cattle Ranch Hand, you will:
Position requires irregular hours and work in inclement weather. Travel between pastures and facilities required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I. In the livestock industry, this position is sometimes referred to as a herdsman or cowboy.
Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.
About Us At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits.
UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:
Minimum Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalency plus one year livestock production experience required; additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. Precision, accuracy and attention to detail necessary. Ability to maintain equipment, machinery, fields and pastures essential. Must have a valid driver's license and meet UNL driver eligibility.
Preferred Qualifications
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required - Yes
Physical Required - Yes
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. - No
Criminal History Background Check Required - Yes
Posted Salary - $18.55/hr minimum
How to Apply - Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that on file.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact - Sheila Trampe sheila.trampe@usda.gov
Job Category (old) - Office/Service
Job Type - Full-Time
Work Location (City, State) - Clay Center, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? - No
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